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Well, I hate to admit it, but it’s that time of year. Fall. Though autumn is one of my favorite seasons, I am so not ready for winter, yet I know it’s just around the corner. The good news is that the temperatures are now more suitable for baking in our air conditioning-free kitchen. Those …
Before I explain two unique features of this bread, let me assure you that it tastes great. Toasted sesame oil—found in the Asian sections of most large grocery stores—and toasted sesame seeds lend a wonderful flavor and aroma to this loaf, while milk, cheese and whole grains provide protein and added sustenance. Excellent on its …
This recipe works really well for bread, but I like the muffins even better because they are easier to serve and store. The bread tastes wonderful, but it’s so moist that you have to cut large slices to keep it from falling apart. Admittedly, not everyone would consider that a problem. This is adapted from …
I like to experiment with fruit and yogurt in baked goods. In the right proportions, these ingredients enhance the sweetness, flavor and moisture of muffins and quick breads. In this case, strawberries and bananas proved to be an excellent combination. In addition to fruit and whole grains, this recipe features a protein boost from almond …
Let me start by saying that your bread machine must have a Super Rapid, Express Bake or Rapid Bake option in order to take advantage of this loaf. Our machine cranks this out in just 80 minutes, which I absolutely love. It takes about 5 minutes to toss all of the ingredients into the pan, …
While growing up, one of Matt’s favorite snacks was the Sunshine Biscuit Company’s Golden Fruit, a thin, raisin-filled, perforated cookie that disappeared sometime after Keebler Foods acquired Sunshine. In an online search for something reminiscent of this childhood treat, he discovered Garibaldi biscuits. According to Wikipedia, the traditional Garibaldi biscuit consists of currants sandwiched between two …
It’s hard to beat homemade, fully “leaded” chocolate chip cookies. The delicious combination of real butter, loads of sugar and tons of chips has made them an all-American favorite. As much as I enjoy sampling such treats, I now prefer my cookies to have less fat, less sugar and at least a touch of whole …
This is a light, crunchy granola, well suited for milk or yogurt. It’s not overly sweet, nor is it loaded with sugar, calories or oil, so you can enjoy great taste without the not-so-good-for-you extras in many store-bought granolas. Unfortunately, the price of dried blueberries these days puts this recipe at near-gourmet prices. You could use …